INDIANAPOLIS - The IU Indianapolis Athletics Department announced a pair of staff promotions on Tuesday (July 1) as both Justin Amburgy and Kara Blair were elevated to Associate Head Coach posts. Amburgy originally joined the IU Indy men's cross country and track and field staff in January 2024 at the conclusion of his collegiate running career while Blair joined the golf program's coaching ranks in Fall 2023. 

Both have played pivotal roles in the continued growth of the program since joining the coaching ranks. 

"I am excited to announce and promote Coach Amburgy to Associate Head Coach for the Men's Cross Country and Track teams at IU Indianapolis. Since joining our staff, Coach Amburgy has made a tremendous impact on our program. His leadership in recruiting has brought in state champions, runner-ups and elite high school athletes, elevating the competitive profile of our teams," said Men's Director of Track & Field / Cross Country Justin Roeder. "Beyond recruiting, his commitment to athlete well-being and mentorship has propelled countless student-athletes transition successfully to NCAA Division I competition, always with a focus on long-term growth and performance. I am thrilled to continue to work alongside Coach Burgy and the development this next generation of Jaguars."

Amburgy spearheaded the team's recruiting efforts as the program added 13 true freshmen a year ago. Many made an immediate impact on the program as the Jaguars earned a third straight #HLXC runner-up finish and were league champions in the distance medley relay. 

"I'm beyond excited to have Kara promoted to Associate Head Coach. She's a tremendous asset and resource, particularly for the young women in our women's program. She related to them incredibly well and has taken the lead in terms of coaching and leading that program," head coach Jamie Broce said. "She's competed at a really high level and has transitioned that over to being a really quality collegiate coach. I look forward to seeing her continue to grow and blossom in that role."

Blair's efforts will be more closely tied to the women's program as she helped ink an impressive incoming class for 2025-26. The Jaguars added three true freshmen and an impact transfer, all of whom will compete for spots in the lineup, beginning this fall.